Tha Lookbook

Wish List...

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:39:09 -0500

I mean it’s worth a try… Christmas is next week & there’s nothing better than spreading that holiday cheer with getting something from your list. So without further adieu:

The Hunter ‘Sacha’ Boot

J.Crew Pencil Skirt in Double Serge Cotton

J.Crew Snowbound Puffer

nOir Jewelry - Royal Rhino Ring

XOXO & Happy Holidays!

Laundry Day... The Basics

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:50:24 -0500

Good Morning Beautiful People!

This morning I woke up with the uber-early birds to do some much needed laundry. A few items I line dry, because I don’t want them to shrink, I care. While hanging my clothes onto my commercial clothing rod (yes, I own one), I noticed a pattern (aside from unconsciously putting them in color order). Because I am not ashamed of showing my dirty (or rather, clean) laundry, I decided to snap a picture. Here is a list of what you see…

Chambray Shirt - Uniqlo

Silk Button Down - Joe Fresh

Blazer - H&M

Shift Dress - H&M

Cardigan - H&M

Pullover Raglan Sweater - Forever 21

Ruffle Racerback Top - Forever 21 (I’ve owned this top for 4 years)

Boyfriend Button Down - Uniqlo

2 Slim Cut Button Downs - Uniqlo

Slim Fit Pants - J.Crew

Striped Henley - H&M

When I took a step back and saw what was hanging, I wear a hell of a lot of basics. That’s not to say my outfits (as featured on here) do not have some flare, i.e. the colors I put together or the jewelry I wear. Nevertheless, the fundamentals of my style remain the same. With these few items that I’ve acquired through the years, I’ve created a framework for my style: mixing & matching basics with a personal touch (jewelry or color).

So what is the point exactly of this post? Ladies, you must first create the framework of your style, before adding “effects”. Whatever that may be for you. For me it’s jewelry and the pop of color in my outfit. For you, it could be the shoes or silhouettes you choose to wear. Every woman, should at least own most, if not all of the list above. A blazer can be worn in the boardroom or to the happy hour spot. A woman could never have enough crisp, white button downs. And what woman wouldn’t want a pair of slim-fit pants?

Here are a few things to add to your “framework”

Calf-Hair Pumps Like it or not, these will become a classic item. I found a great pair at Nine West.

2 Turtlenecks, Black & Grey

L/S & S/S Knit White Tees

Grey Slim Fit Pants

1 Pair of Skinny Denim

1 Pair of Flared Leg Denim

This list may seem daunting, but if you noticed, I purchased most of my basics from popular specialty retailers. It’s all about how you take care of them…

xoxo

Tamera

Girl Crush: Lauren Santo Domingo

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:15:59 -0500

Beauty News Around the Net...

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:52:17 -0500

Pantone’s 2012 Color of the Year - Tangerine Tango (Get your red lips ready!) BellaSugar

Tip: When wearing a red lip, do not forget a lip pencil in a similar shade to serve as a base before applying the lipstick. Lipstick: YSL Rouge Pur Couture #20; Lip Pencil: Covergirl Lip Perfection Lip Pencil #215 Passion

Two Tone Lips? Refinery29 suggests two-tone lips to punch up your holiday makeup

DrugStores are good for something… Allure gives you 6 great hair products.

Apparently, I’ve been washing myself incorrectly… Fashionista

Tacky Tacky… Vogue’s Carey Mulligan October 2010 Cover is now on French Elle O_o Fashionista

You work out & do bikram yoga daily, but you’re still not losing weight??? Lifescript offers 10 reasons for why…

XOXO

Color Me Bad...

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:55:38 -0500

When you’re simply bored with black & blue…

Try some bright colors for a pick me up…

Can be found at J.Crew

Xoxo

Break Rules, Set Trends!

Girl Crush: Emily Blunt

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:28:47 -0500

Grecian Dreams

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:49:01 -0500

Purple Kisses...

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:41:10 -0500

Today was a long day… Talk about Manic Mondays! Anywho, sans the expression on my face, I truly adored my outfit today!

There’s nothing wrong with mixing bold colors with grey!

Skirt: J.Crew; Peacoat: Joe Fresh (my favorite staple); Ring: C. Wonder; Necklace (not shown): Jewelmint

Break Rules, Set Trends!

XOXO

Tamera

White after Labor Day...

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 22:53:00 -0500

Ladies Attention Attention! There is hope after Labor Day. I think current fashion trends have proven that traditional rules can be broken.

For instance, you can definitely wear white after Labor Day. Let’s take it a step further, you can wear white pants after Labor Day. Hell, all year round!

Just like summer dresses, you can transition your favorite pair of white denim into the cold winter months. It just takes a bit of maneuvering.

When you’re bored with your basic blue denim, you can try black or, white denim. J.Crew offers a great pair of white matchstick denim jeans for $98. You can transition those into the Fall/Winter months, with a great pair of oxfords or even a cute calf hair heel.

Another option is to offset bright whites, with a neutral color, such as grey. Try a grey turtleneck for a start. Joe Fresh offers an array of knit turtlenecks in basic & gemstone colors for $16 (34th and 7th). Another great idea, a jewel-tone/pastel silk button down. The colors Emerald & French Tip Pink comes to mind. And let’s not forget, you can never go wrong with a chambray shirt for a casual day out of shopping and tea (all can be found at Joe Fresh).

Finish off the look with a staple coat, ie a peacoat with cute details. These two coats come to mind; with gold buttons, it reads classic & modern.

Break the Rules, Set the Trends!

XOXO

Tamera

Girl Crush: Karlie Kloss

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 07:39:06 -0500

27 Dresses...

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:16:06 -0500

Ever since I seen 27 Dresses, with the first scene where Katherine H’s character is a part of the Indian themed wedding, I’ve had a dream to be in one myself. Weddings in general are happy and joyous occasions. But, I think weddings that infuse traditions from other cultures makes it special and unforgettable.

(The Bridal Party)

(With the Blushing Bride & Her Friend/Classmate)

(Dancing with the Groom’s Dad, we were killing it!)

(The Happy Groom & Bridesmaids)

Earlier this year, I had the greatest pleasure & honor to be in my friend’s wedding. The best wedding I’ve ever… who cares that it was my first one! It was awesome.

It helps that the bride was at ease the entire time…

Congratulations Aman & Alicia Bajwa!!!

xoxo

Girl Crush: Zooey Deschanel

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 22:49:46 -0500

Poppy Seeds...

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 19:16:42 -0500

What I’m wearing:

Joe Fresh Wool Peacoat: Purchased during Black Friday for $50 bucks FTW

Clutch: Vintage from my Grandmother’s Closet

Pants: J Crew

Frog Ring: C Wonder in SoHo

Bangles: J. Crew

Brunch with my college girl friend, Priceless

XOXO

My Outfit...

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 17:44:55 -0400

I always get compliments on this necklace. I’d have to say, it is one of my, if not, my favorite pieces! Well, here is the info where you can find this piece and many other conversation starters: Amanda Eufer Jewelry

Trench: Uniqlo (check out the new store on 53rd & 5th, massive & the new store opening on 34th & 6th on October 21st!) Jeans: Uniqlo; Boots: American Rag Juniors; Necklace: Amanda Eufer Key To My… Necklace; Handbag: Fringe Leather Crossbody

xoxo

Girl Crush: Joan Smalls

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:14:39 -0400

Breaking News: Giambattista Vali For Macy's...

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:11:00 -0400

I’m actually looking forward to this one…

My Outfit...

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 19:53:20 -0400

Jessica Simpson Gladiator Platforms; Romper: Vintage; Creme Blazer: H&M; Necklace: H&M

xoxo

DIY ART...

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 21:49:09 -0400

It’s always nice to spruce up the place. Purchased these awesome decorative screens a while back and finally decided to put them up. Good Luck finding them in stores…

xoxo

My Outfit...

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:36:01 -0400

Floral Print Tights: H&M; Platform Peep Toe Oxfords: Nine West; Pleated Skirt: H&M; Chambray Shirt: Uniqlo; Leather Jacket: H&M; Necklace: J.Crew

xoxo

My Outfit...

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:15:41 -0400

Mixed Animal Print Pashmina: Forever 21; Lambswool Oversized Sweater: J.Crew; L/S Striped Henley (not shown): H&M; Mixed Media Leather/Suede Highwaisted Skirt: Vintage; Suede Round Toe Platforms: Steve Madden

xoxo